Question

Which value of x from the set {4, 5, 6, 7), makes this equation true?

4(8 - x) = 8
OA.
4
B.
5
OC. 6
OD.
7

Answer 1

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Answer:

C. x = 6.

Explanation:

Given:

4(8 - x) = 8

Solve for x. Distribute:

32 - 4x = 8

Subtract 32 from both sides:

-4x = -24

Divide both sides by -4:

-4x/(-4) = -24/(-4)

x = 6.